Pool home on 5 acres! Freshly painted and move-in ready! Join the many who have discovered the peaceful yet lively high desert community! Art galleries, lovely restaurants and cafes, scenic hiking trails and breathtaking nights of stargazing! You will enjoy this 3 bedroom 2 bath home on gentle slope in Hidden Rivers area of north Joshua Tree. Fully fenced metal compound with stage for weddings and music events. Lap pool has easy to close remote cover. Fireplace in the living provides cozy area to sit with your family and friends and look out to mountain views as far as your eyes can see! Several million visitors yearly to the area make this location a vacation homeowners dream! Farmers Market downtown JT every Saturday! Come visit soon! Talk to the county about adding main home over 2000 square feet plus detached garage to create sanctuary in the desert! The opportunities are endless!
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$487Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Shelley Hefner•DRE #02076237• Joshua Tree Modern
Contact: 321-246-2988
Bought with Heather D. Orozco•DRE #01943938• The Good Life High Desert
Bought with Julio Orozco•DRE #02120389• The Good Life High Desert
Premier turnkey desert escape coined "Stargazer Cabin" is now available and ready for those seeking a Joshua Tree getaway spent in solitude and luxury. This completely renovated 1,436 square feet 3 bedroom 1 bathroom home is nestled on a huge lot boasting 5 acres of prime desert land. Pulling up to this one-of-a-kind retreat you'll be taken back by the stylish custom steel fencing offering great privacy. Upon entering through the front door you'll notice just how unique this hideaway really is. An abundance of natural light shining through the dual pane windows promotes an open and airy feeling and hip wood laminate flooring flows throughout the well appointed floor plan. The modern kitchen with custom finishes and designed for entertaining comes fully equipped with stainless steel refrigerator, oven, wine fridge, dishwasher, and microwave! Each bedroom has plenty of space with EXPANSIVE views found through each window. The tastefully designed bathroom offers upgraded marble finishes, double sinks and medicine mirrors! One of the most fabulous features are the wooden decks where you can lose yourself in the beautiful star filled skies! Additional features include recessed lighting and custom light fixtures, central AC/heating, newer steel roof, fully fenced yard, indoor laundry with washer/dryer, modern ceiling fans, wood burning stove, cowboy pool, spa/jacuzzi, and so much more! It's not everyday a property like this comes along so book your private tour before it's gone!
Public Records
Jul 20, 2018
Sold
$371,000
$237/sq ft
GPSMLS #218010920
Jul 20, 2018
Sold
$370,800
$237/sq ft
Jul 17, 2018
Pending
—
Jun 20, 2018
Contingent
—
Apr 5, 2018
Listed
$390,900
$250/sq ft
+24
Wow! This completely updated fully furnished 3 bed/1 bath retreat sits on a private and peaceful, fully fenced almost 5-acre parcel with endless views of beautiful Joshua Tree! Bring your friends, family, campers - the ultra desirable large lot means plenty of space for everybody! Inside - open plan living with brand new kitchen and appliances, and spacious dining and living areas - all with views galore. Move-in ready and fully furnished with eclectic and fun JT-style decor. The bathroom is upgraded in marble finishes with double sinks and medicine mirrors; bedrooms are all cool calm retreats. The house is equipped with a brand new central A/C system and is ready for rest and relaxation with friends and family and/or has income potential as a vacation rental. This home is a must-see - in the meantime enjoy the virtual tour!
CRMLS #JT16115371
Jun 20, 2016
Sold
$76,500
$49/sq ft
Jun 16, 2016
Pending
—
Jun 1, 2016
Contingent
—
May 30, 2016
Listed
$78,500
$50/sq ft
CRMLS #JT16115360
May 30, 2016
Listed
$78,500
$50/sq ft
May 30, 2016
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Sep 5, 1985
Sold
$42,000
$27/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,743 (−1.3%)
$163,000 + $652,000
$815,000
2024
$9,867 (+29.1%)
$160,600 + $642,400
$803,000
2023
$7,642 (+11.4%)
$125,000 + $515,000
$640,000
2022
$6,857 (+44.9%)
$125,000 + $515,000
$640,000
2021
$4,731 (+0.8%)
$114,240 + $456,960
$571,200
2020
$4,695 (−5.3%)
$51,528 + $330,606
$382,134
2019
$4,958 (+300.6%)
$51,000 + $327,216
$378,216
2018
$1,238 (+0.9%)
$50,000 + $320,800
$370,800
2017
$1,227 (+61.4%)
$15,606 + $62,424
$78,030
2016
$760 (+4.3%)
$15,606 + $62,424
$78,030
2015
$729 (−3.2%)
$11,005 + $29,581
$40,586
2014
$753
$10,628 + $28,566
$39,194
2013
$752 (+1.0%)
$10,628 + $28,566
$39,194
2012
$745 (+3.1%)
$10,580 + $28,437
$39,017
2011
$723 (+0.3%)
$10,373 + $27,879
$38,252
2010
$721 (+0.6%)
$10,170 + $27,332
$37,502
2009
$717 (+1.2%)
$10,094 + $27,128
$37,222
2008
$708
$10,118 + $27,192
$37,310
Tax history for 2500 Center Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,743 (−1.3%)
$163,000 + $652,000
$815,000
2024
$9,867 (+29.1%)
$160,600 + $642,400
$803,000
2023
$7,642 (+11.4%)
$125,000 + $515,000
$640,000
2022
$6,857 (+44.9%)
$125,000 + $515,000
$640,000
2021
$4,731 (+0.8%)
$114,240 + $456,960
$571,200
2020
$4,695 (−5.3%)
$51,528 + $330,606
$382,134
2019
$4,958 (+300.6%)
$51,000 + $327,216
$378,216
2018
$1,238 (+0.9%)
$50,000 + $320,800
$370,800
2017
$1,227 (+61.4%)
$15,606 + $62,424
$78,030
2016
$760 (+4.3%)
$15,606 + $62,424
$78,030
2015
$729 (−3.2%)
$11,005 + $29,581
$40,586
2014
$753
$10,628 + $28,566
$39,194
2013
$752 (+1.0%)
$10,628 + $28,566
$39,194
2012
$745 (+3.1%)
$10,580 + $28,437
$39,017
2011
$723 (+0.3%)
$10,373 + $27,879
$38,252
2010
$721 (+0.6%)
$10,170 + $27,332
$37,502
2009
$717 (+1.2%)
$10,094 + $27,128
$37,222
2008
$708
$10,118 + $27,192
$37,310
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.9 Acres
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
1,565
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Bernardino County
APN
0605 341 08 0 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.
RL
Rural Living District
The RL (Rural Living) land use zoning district provides sites for rural residential uses, incidental agricultural uses, and similar and compatible uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Mar 31, 2026 • Final
Residential accessory
Construct a detached garage on a concrete foundation. No mechanical, electrical, or plumbing work is included.
New construction
Mar 26, 2026 • Active
Residential accessory
ADU
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Driveway - Unpaved
Has Parking
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Dryer Included, In Closet, Washer Included
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater Unit
Has Appliances
In Kitchen
Kitchen Open to Family Room
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathtub, Shower
Cooling Information
Electric
Has Cooling
Room Information
Kitchen, Living Room
Fireplace Information
Living Room, Electric, Fire Pit
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Wood
Heating Information
Electric
Has Heating
Interior Features
Balcony, Ceiling Fan, Furnished
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Spa Features: In Ground
Has Spa
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Metal
Fencing: Excellent Condition, See Remarks
Has Fence
Exterior Features
Pool Features: Private, In Ground, Pool Cover
Has Pool
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: 2-5 Units/Acre, Lot Shape-Rectangular, Rolling Slope, Yard
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Accessibility Features: Parking
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 0605341080000
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Hiking, Horse Trails, Park, Mountainous
School Information
High School District: Yucca Valley
Location Information
Latitude: 34.20722200
Longitude: -116.29106400
Directions: Border to La Brisa right and right on Center
Zoning: JT/RL
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,565
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.9 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: 1960
County: San Bernardino County
APN: 0605 341 08 0 000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 321-246-2988
Days Active in MLS: 39
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 39
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Shelley
List Agent Last Name: Hefner
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Joshua Tree Modern
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Heather D.
Buyer Agent Last Name: Orozco
Co-Buyer Agent First Name: Julio
Co-Buyer Agent Last Name: Orozco
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: The Good Life High Desert
Co-Buyer Office Name: The Good Life High Desert
Around this home
Schools
Joshua Tree Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 3.3mi
4/10
La Contenta Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 7.4mi
3/10
Yucca Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.0mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
10 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Joshua Tree, CA • 92252
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.4 hours in
June and 7.4 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
11.4 hrs
7.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$725,000 – $877,000
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